On Thursday, April 13, 2023, the students of Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School gathered to pack bags and boxes for families in need. This was part of the school's community project to help children and their families going through serious medical issues, who are temporarily residing at the Ronald McDonald House. As part of this service-learning project, students packed … [Read more...] about Students at Holmes School help give back to families of Ronald McDonald House
Community leader Nellie Weddle celebrates 87th birthday
On Sunday, April 16, 2023, long-time community activist Nellie Weddle, founder of Nellie's Outreach Resource Initiative (NORI), celebrated her 87th birthday at the Wisconsin African American Women's Center, 3020 West Vliet Street. The party was not only a way for family, friends and community partners to recognize Nellie's work and birthday but the event was also a fundraiser … [Read more...] about Community leader Nellie Weddle celebrates 87th birthday
Cora Quartman celebrates 100th birthday milestone
On Thursday, April 13, 2023, Cora F. Quartman celebrated her 100th birthday milestone at home with family and friends. Born on April 3, 1923 in St. Joseph, Missouri, Cora moved to Milwaukee in 1927. She went to Ninth Street School, Roosevelt, and then later North Division High School. Soon after high school, Cora got married, not once, but twice. She has one foster son, Michael … [Read more...] about Cora Quartman celebrates 100th birthday milestone
Bucks lost game 1 to Heat 130 to 117; Giannis, Herro injured
On Sunday April 16, 2023 the #1 seed Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Miami Heat 130 to 117. The Bucks came out a little flat 2 for 9 from the three point range and did not take advantage of the short game they continued to shoot the three with no success. Giannis Antetokounmpo (the Greek Freak) went in for a layup against center Kevin Love and was charged with a foul, as he fell to … [Read more...] about Bucks lost game 1 to Heat 130 to 117; Giannis, Herro injured
Derek Chauvin’s murder conviction upheld in George Floyd killing
The Minnesota Court of Appeals on Monday, April 17, 2023, upheld the most serious murder conviction against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin for the killing of George Floyd. Chauvin is serving a 22 1/2-year sentence on the second-degree murder count. His attorney had asked the appeals court to throw out the ex-officer's convictions for several reasons, … [Read more...] about Derek Chauvin’s murder conviction upheld in George Floyd killing
Was it worth it?
In the late 70s rap music hit the scene and black people embraced the genre. The first song that made the world sit up was Rappers Delight by the Sugar Hill Gang. Rap music became hip-hop and up until 1990 had a semi-positive impact on African American youth. The pro-black voices from that time opened many eyes to the issues that faced African Americans. The ten years of … [Read more...] about Was it worth it?
Balloon release in memory of late NDHS principal Keith Carrington
On Monday April 11, 2023, the family and friends of the late Keith Carrington, past principal of North Division High School, held a balloon release at North Division High School football field and was well attended. Keith died last year after having surgery in the hospital, he would have been 49 years of age on April 11, 2023. … [Read more...] about Balloon release in memory of late NDHS principal Keith Carrington
MPS students and educators win awards from Herb Kohl Educational Foundation
Nine students, 11 teachers, and one principal from Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) are winners of the 2023 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation scholarships and awards. In all, the foundation is bestowing awards to 306 recipients from around the state. “These student, teacher, and principal award recipients have demonstrated incredible hard work, achievements, and service,” … [Read more...] about MPS students and educators win awards from Herb Kohl Educational Foundation
Partnerships make a difference in moving the Alzheimer’s Association mission forward
By Pastor Joy L. Gallmon Saint Mark AME Church, Milwaukee While sitting at a cookout at the home of one of my members, I listened to her lament and laugh about the challenges she faced in caring for her mother. And as I listened to her I realized that I didn’t have the resources to help her. A once-active couple in our congregation wasn’t quite as active. And even on … [Read more...] about Partnerships make a difference in moving the Alzheimer’s Association mission forward
This Week In Black History
April 20, 1894 – Dr. Lloyd A. Hall, pioneering food chemist, born. April 21, 1966 – Pvt. Milton L. Olive, III, awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for valor in Vietnam. April 22, 1922 – Jazz bassist and composer Charles Mingus born. April 23, 1895 – Clatonia Joaquin Dorticus patents photographic print wash. April 24, 1944 – United Negro College Fund was … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History